Montezuma, N.Y. -- Authorities have recovered seven puppies that were stolen Monday in the town of Montezuma, the Cayuga County Sheriff's Office said.

The puppies were healthy and unharmed when returned to the owner.

Following media reports about the stolen puppies, the sheriff's office said detectives received numerous tips. Detectives also received calls from two individuals who said they had the puppies and wanted to surrender them.

The sheriff's office said detectives met the individuals at a home in Auburn before contacting the owner who retrieved the puppies.

The puppies, which are reportedly worth about $5,000, were taken from an unlocked shed on state Route 90 between 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday.

Detectives are still investigating. The sheriff's office said detectives are working to determine the roles of certain individuals involved.

Anyone with information about the investigation is asked to contact the Cayuga County Sheriff's Office at 315-253-1610.